The hypothetical subject of this exercise is a Peterson pipe I'd like to date. In the absence of COM markings and with faux hallmarks, the only markings left are Peterson System #x, say System 4 or System 3. Pipedia and the Peterson dating guide do not explicitly state that those system designations were only used in the pre-republic period, but the only references I could find for them were confirmed pre-republic pipes. Are they enough by themselves to confirm pre-republic dating?
Discuss.
No, seriously, input from Peterson connoisseurs would be most welcome.
Discuss.
No, seriously, input from Peterson connoisseurs would be most welcome.